WSET Level 2 Award in Wines and Spirits

For individuals seeking a core understanding of wines, this qualification explores the major grape varieties and important wine regions in which they are grown. You’ll learn about the styles of wines produced from these grapes as well as key classifications and labelling terminology. A basic overview of the key categories of spirits and liqueurs will also be provided.

Upon successful completion you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin, and will be able to use the associated WSET certified logo.

What you’ll learn:

How wine is made

What factors influence wine style

The key white and black grape varieties and their characteristics

The important wine-producing regions of the world in which these grapes are grown

Label terminology

The production of sparkling, sweet and fortified wines

How to describe wine using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)

Food and wine pairing principles

The principal categories of spirits and liqueurs, and how they are made

Course language

Course session, study materials and examination are provided in English

Course delivery

3 consecutive days (6 hours per day, with a lunch break)

Assessment

Closed-book exam of 50 multiple-choice questions, on the last day of the course session